The 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 is a 4-door, 5-passenger wagon, available in one trim only, the Sport 5-Door. The Mazda Mazdaspeed3 has a 6-speed Manual transmission and a 2.3-liter, I4, 263-horsepower engine. The 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 is based on the redesigned 2010 Mazda3 5-door and powered by a 263-horsepower turbocharged intercooled 2.3-liter DISI 4-cylinder engine combined with a 6-speed manual transmission and a torque-sensing limited-slip differential delivering the power to the front wheels. Aggressive new styling includes a large hood scoop directing air to the intercooler, black grille, flared fenders, 18-inch aluminum wheels, body kit and larger roof-mounted rear wing and larger dual exhaust. Additional performance upgrades include sport suspension, larger stabilizer bars, rigid steering mounts, electro-hydraulic power steering, larger brakes with electronic brake assist, ABS and Dynamic Stability Control. Inside, the new dashboard displays important information up high and includes a new LED turbo boost gauge and sport seats provide lateral support.

MSRP:

Standard Engine:

$23,195 – $23,195

2.3-liter, I4, 240-horsepower, engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. 5-speed automatic transmission.

Francis grabs the keys to the Mazdaspeed3 before Gary can say “zoom-zoom with a vroom.” A full review by Gary is forthcoming, but Francis came back with a huge grin and a few words about the performance of this fast hatchback.